North West’s oldest citizen was buried with dignity yesterday, thanks to the efforts of MEC for human settlements, public safety and liaison, Nono Maloyi.

She visited the family last week and promised to help the family with the burial.

Hlokwana Mahlalela, 109, died last week Monday at Rankelenyane village outside Rustenburg, shortly after her deplorable living conditions were exposed by the media.

At the time of her death the provincial government had begun building her a house.

Acting departmental spokesperson Ben Bole said the department donated essential items that were needed for the burial.

“The family was assisted with groceries, a tent and a beast for slaughter. As the department we are glad that gogo Mahlalela was buried with the dignity she deserved.”

The department planned to complete the house soon and hand it over to the family in honour of their promise to Mahlalela.

Maloyi said the provincial government was committed to looking after its senior citizens.
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